Description
Original silver drachm of Alexander the Great, I
century BC (326-323). Coin set on a sterling
silver handcrafted surrounding structure.
Necklace made of sterling silver. Coin in silver.
Chain length : 50cm
Coin diameter : 1,8cm
Made in Georgia
HISTORY
On observe: Youthful bust of Herakles faces right. He
has a large nose, a prominent chin, pursed lips, and a
slightly furrowed brow. He wears a headdress made of
a lion’s pelt, with the paws tied around his neck. A
border of dots surrounds the image.
On reverse: Seated figure of Zeus facing left. He is
naked from the waist up, and holds a staff in his left
hand; an eagle perches on his outstretched right hand.
He sits on a high-backed throne with his legs slightly
splayed. The Greek name ‘AΛEΞANΔPOY’ (in
English, 'Alexander’) is behind him. A ship’s prow is in
front of him; this is probably a mint mark indicating
who was responsible for making this coin.